An Advance Nursery Teacher Training (ANTT) or Advanced Diploma in Nursery Teacher Training is an advanced degree course meant to equip one for professional careers in early childhood education (ages 0-5 / pre-primary). It is an extension of basic nursery teacher training with higher learning in child psychology, methods of teaching, classroom management, designing curriculum, cla
ssroom innovations etc. The aim is to prepare you to deal with difficult situations, construct child-friendly learning spaces, and potentially assume leadership positions (such as preschool coordinator, curriculum developer, etc.).
ANTT courses generally comprise:
Module / Topic Description
Child Development & Psychology Advanced subjects: developmental phases, special needs, behavioral problems.
Teaching Methodologies Play based learning, activity based instruction, Montessori / Waldorf etc.
Curriculum Design & Lesson Planning Age-appropriate curriculum development, planning daily/weekly/monthly lessons.
Classroom Management
Managing various learners, discipline, environment organization.
Health, Nutrition & Safety
Child health, hygiene, safety, first aid.
Educational Technology / ICT Tools
Utilizing computer-based tools, web-based teaching aids, multimedia.
Communication Skills & Parent / Teacher Relations
Effective parent communication, teamwork.
Creative Practices
Arts and crafts, music, storytelling, outdoor games.
Practical Training / Internships
Hands-on teaching, observation of preschools, micro-teaching.
Eligibility, Duration & Mode
Eligibility: Typically +2 (10+2) in any discipline or its equivalent. Advanced/PG diploma levels may call for graduates.
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Duration: Variable. Most ANTT/diploma courses take approximately 1 year (or 150-240 hours), others up to 2 years. Fast-track / accelerated modes may also be provided.
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Mode: Online, distance, or blended (theory online + practice in class) as per the institute.
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Institutes & Examples
Some real-life examples of institutes providing Advanced Nursery Teacher Training or equivalents are as below:
All India Teacher Training Academy (AITTA) conducts Advance Diploma in Nursery Teachers Training with ~240 hours duration, with flexible modes.
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Asian College of Teachers (ACT Chennai) conducts Diploma / PG Diploma / Certificate levels in Nursery Teacher Training with optional specialization.
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Udyamita Prabandhan Sansthan provides 2-Year Advance Diploma in Nursery Teacher Training that includes child health & nutrition, making curriculum, classroom management etc.
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AIECCE (All India Early Childhood Care & Education) also provides Advance Diploma in Child Education & Applied Psychology in a span of 2 years.
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Fees
Fees range greatly on institute, mode (online / distance / classroom), duration and reputation.
For example, courses by institutions such as Asian College of Teachers range from INR ~11,000 to ~36,000 based on the level (certificate, diploma, PG Diploma).
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Others may be more expensive when including practical training, internship, or face-to-face elements.
Career Options After Course
Following an Advanced Nursery Teacher Training, some career roles you may be eligible for:
Preschool / Nursery Teacher or Lead Teacher
Pre-primary School Teacher
Curriculum Developer for early years education
Preschool / Daycare Centre Coordinator
Home-based childcare provider
Educational Consultant / Trainer for other nursery teachers
Run your own Preschool / Daycare or Learning Centre
Also having advanced training improves odds of higher salary, higher responsibility, and maybe administrative jobs.
Things to Check Before Enrolling
Recognition & Certification: Is the certificate Government recognized like NCVET / Skill India? Does it have “online/distance” on the certificate? That can count for employability.
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Curriculum & Practicals: Is there practical teaching, observation, or internship? Experience is important.
Mode & Flexibility: Are you able to do hybrid or online modes if you have time or location limitations?
Fees & Return on Investment: Fees vs what you can realistically earn, placements availability.
Faculty & Support: Who are the instructors? What support (mentorship, feedback) is offered?
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